Information System Security Manager (Active Clearance Required)

Summary

You will stand at the very center of our next-generation security and compliance program. As the ISSM, you own the cybersecurity posture of our classified cloud enterprise, drive RMF/CSRM excellence, and aggressively automate accreditation and monitoring to deliver continuous ATO at scale, setting the gold standard for how we protect national security missions.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate security best practices into Turion’s Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and infrastructure design, collaborating with internal IT and engineering teams

• Conduct security risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and audits to identify and mitigate threats

• Maintain and update System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and other accreditation documentation

• Oversee Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) processes to obtain/maintain system Authority to Operate (ATO)

• Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, root cause analysis, containment, and reporting

• Conduct regular audits, continuous monitoring, and risk assessments to ensure ongoing compliance and system resilience

• Collaborate with government security officials, stakeholders, and teams to address security gaps and improve controls

• Provide leadership and mentorship to security team members, fostering a culture of cybersecurity excellence

• Tailor NIST 800-53 controls to determine applicability to the network environment and oversee the implementation of Continuous Monitoring for respective programs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance; Polygraph eligibility required

• 5+ years of experience in information systems security management

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field

• DoD 8140 compliant at IAM Level III (e.g. CISSP, CISM, GSLC)

• Prior service as alternate/acting ISSM on IC or DoW programs

• Expertise in full lifecycle RMF execution

• Experience developing ATO packages

• Experience developing, maintaining, and updating SSPs, POA&Ms, and other accreditation documentation

• Expertise in eMASS

• Experience implementing policy-as-code (OPA, Sentinel, Conftest) and automated compliance validation

• Experience with continuous monitoring and automated evidence generation

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree is Cybersecurity, IT, or related field

• 3+ years experience with DoD classified cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, C2S, etc)

• Experience automating full ATO packages via custom tools or Xacta 360

• Familiarity with RSA Archer or ServiceNow GRC automation

• Experience in CSRMC execution

• Experience with tools like Tenable/Nessus and Splunk/Elastic for automated scanning and CSRMC feeds
  

Compensation: $170,000-$220,000

ITAR Requirements:

This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to a competitive base salary and company stock, determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and market demand, full-time employees are eligible for:​

• Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's success

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. ​

• Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan to help you plan for your future. ​

• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge. ​

• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.

• Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment. ​

We are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for our team members, recognizing that our collective success is built upon the well-being and satisfaction of each individual.

Turion Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Turion Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.